Why Evil?

If God is good, why does he allow evil to exist?

Evil doesn't come from God—it comes from us. It grows inside the human soul like a cancer, turning us against ourselves and slowly corrupting and consuming us. The first step is recognizing and accepting the truth of our fallen nature. We humans might be rational problem solvers, but without help from beyond this life, we can't overcome the spiritual weaknesses that overpower our physical abilities.

Goodness is a given; evil is an affliction. Goodness is freely given by a loving God, and Jesus is the good doctor who heals all afflictions of the soul. He prescribes the medicine of the Holy Spirit. You can find it in the Good Book—it's the Good RX near you.

Amazing Grace,
How Sweet the Sound,
That Saved a Wretch like Me,
I once was Lost,
But now I'm Found,
Was Blind but now I See.

For God so loved the world that he gave His only begotten Son, so that whosoever believes in him shall have everlasting life.

So, get thee down to your local Spiritual RX and take in the medicine—the blood of Christ! Open the Book and read the words highlighted in red.